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Why it matchesThis free heritage day at Céide Fields offers demonstrations of wildcrafts and gold panning, along with other fun activities for all the family.
Why it matchesTake a boat trip from Enniscrone Pier into Killala Bay. You can choose from one or two-hour trips, or a half or full-day sea safari. Look out for birds and dolphins, and learn about local history and folklore from the skipper.
Why it matchesWatch skilled sheepdogs at work and learn about their role in Irish farming. You can even try training a dog yourself.
Why it matchesFamilies can enjoy a swim with a 65-metre waterslide and a separate pool for younger children. There is also an outdoor playground. Adults can use the gym and spa facilities.
Why it matchesFamilies can explore an interactive exhibition about nature and the night sky, then take a walk on the Tóchar Daithí Bán Trail for views or the Nature Trail to a pond and sensory area. There is a cafe on site.
Why it matchesExplore the Céide Fields, the world's oldest known stone-walled fields, dating back 6,000 years. See the visitor centre and a viewing platform on a 110-metre-high cliff.
Why it matchesFamilies can walk along the coast at Downpatrick Head, see the D Briste sea stack, and look for seabirds. There is a holy well and a stone cross to visit.
Why it matchesThis is an embarkation point for a ferry to Inis Bigil. You can park your car here and catch the ferry, which also has a connecting bus service to Ballycroy.
Why it matchesTake a 15-minute ferry trip across the fjord, or hire a boat with a crew for five hours to explore Bellacragher Bay, visit islands, snorkel, fish, or have a BBQ.
Why it matchesExplore Belleek Woods in Ballina, Mayo, with its walking trails, historical features like the famine wall and concrete boat, and native wildlife. You might spot foxes, red squirrels, and various birds.
Why it matchesFamilies can visit Ireland's first International Dark Sky Park to see the night sky. There are three viewing points, including the Ballycroy Visitor Centre with a 2km looped walk and the Claggan Mountain Coastal Trail, also 2km.
Why it matchesFamilies can explore the Wild Nephin National Park, learn about the landscape and wildlife at the visitor centre, and take a short nature trail with scenic views.
Why it matchesFamilies can walk the 2km Claggan Mountain Coastal Trail boardwalk, which leads into Ballycroy National Park. It is a good spot to see the Atlantic blanket bog and mountains.
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